Refreshing your front door is can be a quick and easy way to improve your home's street appeal.
Get inspired by the different ways Bunnings Workshop members have made their front doors more stylish and functional.
1. Paint
A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and cost-effective ways to refresh your door. Bunnings Workshop member @Nham used Porter’s Paints Hamptons Blue in his front door paint makeover, while @Dave-1 stripped and sanded back his door, frame and security door in his front entrance door renovation.
Check out experienced Workshop member Rob's tips to getting a professional finish in the guide How to paint like a professional.
2. Upgrade hardware
Make your home more secure by replacing your door’s hardware, including door bells, locks and handles. Member @homeinmelbourne used a Lane Gun Metal Oxford Touch Plus lockset in their front door and sidelight makeover, and @LaCasaDIY added an Orion Grid Connect digital lock as part of a front facade update.
Get tips on choosing keyless locks shared by Workshop members.
3. Add house numbers
Help visitors find your home more easily by adding house numbers to your front door. @KashiaCherry glued slimline numbers to plywood and used timber strips to create a framed D.I.Y. house number sign. You can find more examples in our collection of 7 house number signs.
This guide How to concrete concrete house numbers has step-by-step instructions.
4. Install outdoor lighting
Using outdoor lighting to make your front door more visible can add a touch of style while making your home more secure. @RosieD created a custom cover for an outdoor light to help visitors find her front door at night as part of a front porch makeover.
The Bunnings guide How to add outdoor security lights shows how you can protect your home from intruders.
5. Add privacy
Installing frosted window film on your front door is a simple and effective way to add privacy to your home. @prettyliving demonstrated how easy it is in her D.I.Y. frosted front door glass project.
Get more tips from How to install window film by the Bunnings team.
6. Install a security screen door
Improve your home's security and privacy by adding a screen to your front door. You can also save money by giving your existing screen door a makeover rather than replacing it, as shown by @homeinmelbourne with their spray-painted screen door makeover.
Read the Bunnings guide How to install a security door for step-by-step instructions.
7. Seal gaps
Improve energy efficiency and reduce drafts by weatherproofing your door. There are many different types of door seals available for use.
We recommend the Bunnings guide How to seal gaps in doors and windows for handy tricks.
8. Add a door canopy
A door canopy can protect it from the elements, and help keep you dry when entering your home. Experienced member @Nailbag shared step-by-step instructions how to install a door canopy.
Bunnings offers a door and window canopy installation service.
9. Replace the door
Install a new door that matches your style and needs. @homeinmelbourne installed a new front door and a sidelight to update an entryway, while @Nailbag utilised a 1100mm solid timber door preinstalled to a jamb with side glazing in his formal entrance project.
The Bunnings guide How to choose a front door for your home contains useful advice, while the Bunnings door installation service makes it easy to get the work done.
10. Makeover the porch or landing
Updating the porch or landing can make your front door feel more welcoming. @EleventhCoastal created a statement front porch using crazy paving and Tuscan Path porcelain pavers, while @RosieD built a front porch timber deck using recycled Ironbark.
Resurfacing Pebblecrete in slate grey completely changed the look of @JRRed’s front porch.
11. Decorate
Placing plants, furniture, novelty door mats or hanging seasonal door decor like wreaths can spruce up your home's entrance.
Get step-by-step instructions How to make a succulent wreath.
More advice and inspiration for updating your front door
The Bunnings team has shared guides on updating your door, including Secure your home, starting with the front door.
For more inspiration, check out 10 ways to improve your home’s street appeal and 10 ways to refresh your entryway.
